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Easter Island is part of Chile and is located in the southeastern Pacific Ocean.

Over 7,500 people live on Easter Island. More tourists visit the island each year than people live there.

The main languages of Easter Island are Spanish and the native language of Rapa Nui. About 60 percent of the population are of indigenous descent. The rest of the population are Chilean.

Mythology is strong on Easter Island with the island being home to many moais (stone statues).

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Easter Island. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Easter Island: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for travel to all regions, both foreign and domestic. Check with your local Passport Health clinic if immunization is offered in your area.

See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunizations:

COVID-19 –
Airborne & Direct Contact –
Recommended for all unvaccinated individuals who qualify for vaccination

Hepatitis A –
Food & Water –
Recommended for most travelers

Hepatitis B –
Blood & Body Fluids –
Accelerated schedule available

Typhoid –
Food & Water –
Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.

Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) –
Various Vectors –
Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.

TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) –
Wounds & Airborne –
Only one adult booster of pertussis required.

Chickenpox –
Direct Contact & Airborne –
Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.

Shingles –
Direct Contact –
Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.

Pneumonia –
Airborne –
Two vaccines given separately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.

Influenza –
Airborne –
Vaccine components change annually.

Meningitis –
Airborne & Direct Contact –
Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.

Polio –
Food & Water –
Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

See the tables below for more information:

VACCINE	HOW DISEASE SPREADS	DETAILS
Recommended Travel Vaccinations for Easter Island
COVID-19	Airborne & Direct Contact	Recommended for all unvaccinated individuals who qualify for vaccination
Hepatitis A	Food & Water	Recommended for most travelers
Hepatitis B	Blood & Body Fluids	Accelerated schedule available
Typhoid	Food & Water	Shot lasts 2 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.

VACCINE	HOW DISEASE SPREADS	DETAILS
Routine Vaccinations for Easter Island
Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)	Various Vectors	Given to anyone unvaccinated and/or born after 1957. One time adult booster recommended.
TDAP (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis)	Wounds & Airborne	Only one adult booster of pertussis required.
Chickenpox	Direct Contact & Airborne	Given to those unvaccinated that did not have chickenpox.
Shingles	Direct Contact	Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles.
Pneumonia	Airborne	Two vaccines given separately. All 65+ or immunocompromised should receive both.
Influenza	Airborne	Vaccine components change annually.
Meningitis	Airborne & Direct Contact	Given to anyone unvaccinated or at an increased risk, especially students.
Polio	Food & Water	Considered a routine vaccination for most travel itineraries. Single adult booster recommended.

Sources: CDC, WHO and ISTM

There is a possible risk for dengue, a mosquito-borne disease, on Easter Island. Repellents and netting are generally recommended.

There is one hospital on Easter Island, modern hospital with good treatment in Hanga Roa. Severe injury would require evacuation from the island.

To find out more about these vaccines, see our vaccinations page. Ready to travel safely? Book your appointment either call or start booking online now.

If you are a U.S. tourist traveling to Easter Island, you do not need a visa. A valid passport is required. If a minor is accompanying you, you must bring a copy of their birth certificate.

Do I Need A…	For My Trip to Easter Island?
Easter Island Entry Requirements
Passport
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
Vaccinations

Sources: Embassy of Chile and U.S. State Department

The climate of Easter Island is subtropical with warm and humid summers and mild winters. The average temperature is consistent throughout the year. Lows are in the 50’s while highs are in the 80’s.

It rains often on Easter Island (with the most rain occurring from June to August). Winds can also be quite strong.

There is little street crime on Easter Island, so it is considered a safe place for travelers.

There are many stray dogs on Easter Island. Travelers should stay away from strays as their behavior can be unpredictable. Rabies vaccination may be recommended for some travelers.

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Easter Island is well-known for its rock statues, Moais. These statues were created between 1100 and 1680. There are 887 on the island with the most famous being the Easter Island heads. The heads are symbols to represent a deceased line of lineage.

The Rapa Nui National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Other great places to check out Moais include the Rano Raraku quarry and Ahu Tongariki. The Rano Raraku quarry holds over 400 Moais.

Here are some essential items to consider for your trip to Easter Island:

Good walking/hiking shoes

Layers of clothing

Windbreaker for rain and winds

Sunblock and protective clothing

All Americans visiting Easter Island should register online with the U.S. Department of State before departure. This will inform the office of your travel plans within the country and will allow them to reach out in the case of an emergency or evacuation.

There is no U.S. embassy in Easter Island, but it is served by the embassy in Chile.

U.S. Embassy Santiago
Av. Andrés Bello 2800
Las Condes
Santiago, Chile
Phone: (56-2) 2330-3000

If you have any questions about traveling to Easter Island or are wondering what shots you may need for your trip, schedule an appointment with your local Passport Health travel medicine clinic. Call us at or book online now and protect yourself today.